About Us

The Lesotho Red Cross Society (LRCS) was established on 09 November 1967 as voluntary aid auxiliary to health authorities. The organization’s vision is to be recognized locally, nationally and regionally as a leading voluntary organization rendering best practices in humanitarian services.

Our History

The Lesotho Red Cross Society was established on 9 November 1967 as a voluntary aid auxiliary to health authorities. The National Society was recognised by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) on 7 September 1971 and the International Federation of the Red Cross (IFRC) on 7 October 1971. Its headquarters is in Maseru, the capital of Lesotho, with ten branches serving ten districts.

Our Vision

To maximize existing capacity in alleviating human suffering by promoting and building resilience of the most vulnerable communities in Lesotho as well as inspiring, attracting and retaining skills and partners.

Our Mission

“…………… to be recognized locally, nationally and regionally as a leading voluntary organization rendering best practices in humanitarian service”

About Us

A leading voluntary organization rendering best

practices in humanitarian services